Senior GL & Payroll Accountant

Company Overview

Join us for an enriching journey with Outset, a trailblazing medical device company that is revolutionizing the field of dialysis. Our focus is to create one high performing team, obsessed with progress, in an atmosphere that is brimming with transformative opportunities. The heart of our mission is pioneering a groundbreaking technology that redefines the landscape of dialysis, streamlining complexity and cost, because patients deserve “better” now, not some day.  

At Outset we’re revolutionizing an industry and changing lives. We’re impacting what the future of dialysis looks like by creating a first-of-its-kind technology in order to reduce the cost and complexity of dialysis. FDA cleared for use across care settings, from the hospital to the clinic to the home, the Tablo® Hemodialysis System harnesses modern technology for a new holistic approach to dialysis care. We’re giving providers time back to focus on patient care. And we’re giving patients the power to take control of their life and get back to enjoying the things they love.

Position Overview   

The Senior Compensation Accountant will perform all payroll and equity compensation responsibilities and performs finance and accounting related activities.  The position has impact on the company’s cash flow and financial statements.  Accuracy and quality are important competencies for the role.   

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

Payroll & Equity 

• Performs bi-weekly payroll processing and reconciliation; assists Payroll Manager with payroll related administration (i.e. FSA, HSA, 401k, commuter benefits, PTO accrual reconciliation, timecard management, etc.) 

• Identity and resolves multi-state payroll tax filing/registration matters. 

• Administers Workers’ Compensation program through ADP and support the Payroll Manager with the Workers’ Compensation annual audit. 

• Be a resource to employees with payroll related topics and issues. 

• Make recommendations on policies and procedures to comply with new statutory requirements and improving procedures. 

• Ensures all statutory payroll withholding, remittance, and reporting is performed accurately and timely in compliance with applicable rules. 

• Design and creates ADP reports in partnership with Accounting and People Operations. 

• Prepares all payroll-related journal entries including month-end payroll accrual. 

• Responsible for ADP system maintenance of Payroll tables, ADP systems requirements to comply with changing and new regulations in state and federal laws. 

• Administers equity compensation programs (stock options, RSUs, ESPP, etc.) in coordination with the equity management platform; ensures timely and accurate processing of equity grants, vesting events, and exercises. 

• Calculates and records stock-based compensation expense in accordance with ASC 718; maintains supporting schedules and documentation for internal and external audit purposes. 

• Manages equity-related tax withholding obligations, including income and FICA tax on equity vesting and exercises, and coordinates with payroll to ensure accurate reporting on employee W-2s. 

 

General Accounting 

• Performs month-end activity including reviewing and entering all payroll and equity-related journal entries, preparing ad-hoc analysis, and maintaining and auditing the month-end close journal entry log to QAD postings. 

• Responsible for the correction and reclassification of payroll and equity-related accounting entries. 

• Responsible for the accuracy and reconciliation of all payroll and equity-related balance sheet accounts, including accrued compensation, accrued bonuses, equity liability accounts, and additional paid-in capital. 

 

Requirements and Qualifications 

• BA degree required – Concentration in Economics or Accounting/Finance preferred. 

• Minimum 3 years in Payroll, Equity Compensation, Benefits, and General Accounting experience. 

• Must have strong analytical skills. 

• Excellent skills in using MS Office Suite software: Excel, Words, etc. 

• Experience in ERP (QAD) is required. Proficient in using third party payroll software (ADP, Paychex, etc.) and equity administration platforms (Carta, E*TRADE, etc.). 

• Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills. 

• Enjoy being part of a team while still being a key individual contributor. 

• Possess a strong work ethic and pride in work with a broad range of interests and desire to learn. 

Company Culture

At Outset, we believe every person matters. Every Outsetter, every patient, every caregiver. Because we are here to create a revolution, and we believe in doing that by innovating everywhere with intelligent speed. Our team expects nothing less than our best display of strengths and skills, and we find joy in working together for a common goal. At Outset, we believe that curiosity, ingenuity and conviction in the power of technology will transform the lives of dialysis patients and providers. 

We are fueled by the opportunity to give people their lives back. And we believe that it begins with YOU, our future Outsetter. At Outset, we’ve designed a professional world that our employees are honored and impassioned to belong to, one that offers challenge, the ability to collaborate with great people, and opportunities to build skill and expertise in a fulfilling career. 

An opportunity at Outset Medical won’t just be about finding a job. Our culture revolves around the principles of moving farther, faster, together, so working here feels like a masterclass in peak performance, for individuals and teams. 

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Important Notice

We have been made aware of fraudulent activities where individuals are impersonating our company and offering fake job opportunities. Please note, Outset Medical will never request payment or gift cards during the hiring process, nor will we ask you to purchase your own equipment. Anyone reaching out to you with an email address ending in @outsetmedical.cc, is not a legitimate Outset representative. For legitimate opportunities, always apply directly through our official careers page. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a communication, contact us immediately at peopleops@outsetmedical.com.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT 

Outset Medical is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, age, or any other protected status set forth in federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.